[WITHDRAWN] BlueTooth and WIFi for scope Mounts Now tested with synscan hand controllers Pictures

[Inmykombi (Geoff)]

Dear Cathy and other IIS members,

I just plugged in this new wi-fi module to my LX200GPS and all works as intended.
So easy to set up and use.

The level of service I received from Cathy was second to none.
Communication and product is first class.

I can now use this wi-fi module with my iPad mini and SkySafari and connect to my LX200GPS.
It has opened up a new world of observing for me.

Lets hope the weather is kind now I have added to my scope accessories.

Cheers.

geoffro.

[Asterix2020 (Paul)]

The service from Cathy was excellent with fast delivery. The bluetooth adapter worked great with Stellarium but would not work with ASCOM drivers. This was due to a problem with the ASCOM drivers that has now been fixed by the ASCOM team. The fixed ASCOM platform is not on the main ASCOM webpage at the moment but will be as soon as they confirm everything is working fine. But the beta driver they gave me is working fine. Thanks to Cathy for troubleshooting things from her end.

[andy47ca (Andrew)]

Hi Cathy,
Thanks for the fast delivery of the Bluetooth Adaptor. It arrived Friday shortly after delivery of my new EQ-AZ6 Mount. Setup on my Android tablet using SkySafari took less than 2 minutes thanks to your straightforward instructions. However, tonight was the first time I have had an opportunity to try it on the night sky. Needless to say it worked perfectly and the mount tracked accurately to all the objects I selected in SkySafari. Many thanks for an excellent product. It will certainly make the selection and viewing of objects much simpler and more fun.
Regards,
Andrew.

[jayhas (Mohamad)]

Hi Cathy,

Thanks very much for accommodating my order for the Merlin Bluetooth adapter.

I was about to give up searching for it, especially after being assured many months ago by kolor that their Panogear bluetooth would be back in stock in two weeks. Till today it is still out of stock!

I sure was surprised the unit I ordered from you arrived in quick time to Malaysia. Unfortunately I was only able to test it a few days ago. It worked fine on the Merlin using PanoramaApp on my Galaxy Note 3. I hope to find time to do a full shoot soon. Will let you know how it goes.

Thanks again for your excellent service.

Cheers
jayhas

[Nastyacidnoise (Dane)]

I can reiterate everything positive that's been said in this thread. It's a great little device. I'm really enjoying being able to control my NEQ6 pro mount with my Android phone, using the new SkySafari Pro 4 app. This little, affordable adapter allows me to control the mount with FAR more ease and versatility than the SynScan handset allows on its own. In conjunction with SkySafari or Stallarium it turns the SynScan handset (which in my opinion is pretty average) into probably one of the best control modules out there.

[RB (Andrew)]

A big thank you to Cathy.
My order arrived today, took just two days.
Looking forward to using it with my mounts as soon as possible.

Andrew

[julianh72 (Julian)]

Finally got my Bluetooth controller onto my Dad's LX90 8" last night, and it worked beautifully with SkySafari 4 Plus on my Nexus 7 tablet!

Thanks Cathy!

[killswitch (Edison)]

Got one of these BT adapters from Cathy last week for my AZ-EQ6.

Works fantastic with SkySafari and Stellarium. Instructions was simple and straightforward.

Thanks Cathy, great product and service.

[Logieberra (Logan)]

A+++

Another happy Android user here!

Thanks Tex & Cathy, your mini white Bluetooth adapter, cabling and battery box for the Meade LX90 arrived. The unit works a treat with SkySafari 4 Pro. I can't get over how much smaller (and cooler) this Bluetooth unit is compared to that bulky, black Wifi unit offered Orion and others. Great service and a very well executed product. Keep up the good work guys! Logan.

[hikerbob (Bob)]

I picked up my bluetooth adapter and cable earlier today. I've given it a shed test from two devices and driving both a HEQ5Pro and a Skywatcher 10" motorised Dob. Both connected and drove the scope easily. I've used both an early 10" Wi-fi Galaxy tablet and a Jiayu G4 phone to control each mount.

I'd sorted out bluetooth for eq-mod sometime back but wanted options for a simpler setup (no laptop) for sessions when I didn't want to set up table, laptop etc, also I was looking for a way to control the Dob from a tablet or phone.

I've also done a test with my Canon 550D connected to the tablet (via USB) at the same time as I connect to the Synscan. I'm using DSLR Controller on the tablet.

Switching from DSLR Controller to SkySafari Pro disconnects the camera (but it reconnects quickly enough when I switch back). SkySafari Pro holds it's connection. Eg it looks viable to use the tablet to do some imaging work (although I don't think I can use my guider without a PC).

Very happy so far, thanks Cathy.
Bob

[Logieberra (Logan)]

Me again!

Android user.
SkySafari 4 Pro.
Astro-Physics GTO.
GTOCP3 controller.

Bluetooth unit works a treat with Astro-Physics mounts. Get one of these units!

Mine was a custom job by Tex. That unused, +6V (Pentax 6x7) 3.5mm mono output on the GTOCP3, that now powers my bluetooth unit perfectly. No need for a bulky, external power pack. No worrying about battery levels or charging. Constant power! All cables necessary to make this happen were fashioned by Tex and included in my order. Superb service! Couldn't be simpler!

I'm using the primary (upper serial port) connection on the GTOCP3, as Roland would recommend, but preliminary tests are showing the secondary (lower serial port) to work as well, which means you could, in theory, leave your AP hand controller plugged in. TBC.

[Craige]

Thanks Cathy!

Another happy user!

HEQ5 with WiFi adapter and my iPad1 running SkySafari Pro 3.8.5. Easy set up and worked a treat straight up.

Awesome

[gpmlim (Charles Lim)]

Hi Cathy,
PM me the price + shipping for the Skywatcher Synscan Bluetooth adapter for a NEQ6 Pro Mount to be delivered to Postcode 11060 Penang, Malaysia. I would like to use it with SkySafari 4 Pro on my Android phone as well as on my Windows PC. Hope to hear from you soon.
Charles Lim

[gpmlim (Charles Lim)]

Thanks Cathy,
I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly my adapter arrived. Build and quality top notch! Your support excellent! Highly recommended.

Clear skies & good luck!

Charles Lim

[Virgs]

Hi Cathy, just wanted to thank you for your fast and friendly service with the purchase of the blue tooth and wireles adapters. They both work well and I am now controlling my meade through the wireless adapter with the ipad and the eq6 with the bluetooth and a galaxy tab.

They both work as advertised and your instructions are very clear - no problems with the set up at all. It is so nice not having any wires to get in the way and the tablets have far better battery life than my laptop.

Once again, thank you
Virgs

[netwolf]

Thanks Cathy a pure pleasure to deal with you, prompt and fast response and the best thing I like is you really take the time to see the big picture of what is needed and suggest the right solution even if not your own. Our community is lucky to have you.

[peterl]

Cathy.
Have just received your bluetooth adaptor to run my new Skywatcher
AZ EQ6 mount with my Samsung Galaxy note 10.1 214 tablet.
Plugged it in to synscan hand control.tablet found device ok. Entered
4 digit code. Ran 2 star alignment all ok.press connect in Sky safari pro
and all working well. 2 minutes to setup.
Recommend this unit.
many thanks
Peter Langdown.

[darrellx (Darrell)]

Hi All

Well, I also have to give this item a hugh endorsement.

Sometime ago I tried the GPUSB/EQmod path and never really had much success. Don't know why.

I have both an EQ5 and EQ6 mount with synscan hand controllers.

I saw this thread and placed an order and had the Adapter within 2 days. I did the daytime alignment, with a bit of guesswork. And wow! worked instantly. I couldn't wait til it was dark.

Stellarium and Cartes du Ciel were already loaded in preparation. Just followed the instructions (which were not difficult at all). From turning on the mount to slewing around the southern sky was about 5 minutes.

I wish I had this years ago.

Thanks very much to Cathy. Your service and communication is excellent.

Highly Highly recommended.

Darrell

[Godward (Will)]

Hi Cathy

Thank you for your very quick service.

I have tested the bluetooth attachment with my setup and it works perfectly. It only took about 30 sec to setup and connect. I can now run my Canon DSLR via wifi, and my EQ6 mount via bluetooth. 100% cable free )))

For those interested my setup is.
Skywatcher EQ6 Pro
Bluetooth Attachment
SkySafari
Macbook Pro 10.9

Regards

Will

[Othey (Adam)]

Hi all,

I just received my Bluetooth adaptor from Cathy it took less than 2 minutes to set up.

The level of service Cathy provides is above and beyond.